Free Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (writing) Course in Wandsworth. Evening classes run at LIBS Training, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll need to have achieved an Entry Level 3 ESOL Writing qualification (or equivalent), or score at working towards Level 1 in your initial assessment. The course covers practical writing skills: planning events, writing CVs, letters, and applying for work. Topics connect to everyday life, employment, and study in the UK. The course runs for 72 hours part-time.
Who this course is for
This training is suitable for adults who do not speak English as a first language. It is ideal for a wide range of individuals, such as unemployed learners wanting to improve their language skills, and employed learners with low income looking to improve their skills in the workplace or progress into further education.
Entry requirements
You will need to complete an initial assessment before registration on the course. You must have achieved an Entry Level 3 ESOL Writing qualification (or equivalent), prior to the course or score at working towards Level 1 in your initial assessment.
What you will learn
You'll plan and write for everyday situations, including events and social contexts.
You'll write CVs and covering letters for job applications.
You'll structure formal letters and other written documents.
You'll develop vocabulary relevant to work, study, and community life in the UK.
You'll apply writing skills to employment-related tasks and workplace communication.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at LIBS Training through tutor-led sessions and written tasks. Assessment is through written assignments and tasks that reflect real-life writing situations. Before you start, you'll complete an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right level for you, followed by an Information, Advice and Guidance session to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. LIBS Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: written communication is a core requirement.
Administrative assistant: emails, letters, and forms are daily tasks.
Receptionist: written messages and correspondence are part of the role.
Retail assistant: written tasks include stock records and customer notes.
Hospitality worker: menus, orders, and written communication support the role.
Teaching assistant: supporting written work in classrooms requires solid writing skills.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (writing): the next step up from this qualification, moving toward the standard employers recognise as equivalent to GCSE English.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (reading) or (speaking and listening): round out your English skills across all three areas.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a broader English qualification that covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening together.
